Developing the future of active transport such as walking and cycling on Redlands Coast is at the core of the Draft Redlands Coast Active Transport Strategy 2025–2046.
Mayor Jos Mitchell said the draft plan – endorsed by Council at yesterday’s general meeting – would head to public consultation later this month.
“The active transport consultation will allow residents, stakeholders, and the wider community to help shape the future of walking and riding a cycle or scooter across the city,” she said.
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“Encouraging more people to walk and ride not only reduces congestion and pollution but also helps build thriving, vibrant communities.”
The Mayor said the draft strategy presented a timely vision to transform how people moved around Redlands Coast as the city prepared for significant population, employment and visitor number growth over the next two decades.
“The active transport draft strategy offers a unique opportunity to reimagine travel for our residents and visitors by creating a more connected and inclusive network of walking and riding facilities, particularly within five kilometres of our major destinations,” she said.
Transport Portfolio Councillor Shane Rendalls said one of the key reasons for developing the draft strategy was to cater for the Redlands Coast population of tomorrow, including by increasing the range of travel options, especially for people who don’t drive.
“With the number of people living in the city expected to increase by 50,000 people and another 18,000 people forecast to be working within our borders over the next 20 years, effective alternatives to car travel will be required to help take pressure off the road network,” Cr Rendalls said.
“We want to ensure Redlands Coast remains a naturally wonderful place to live, work, and visit — now and into the future.”
The draft plan will enter a community engagement phase from 30 June to 24 July.
